Politics & Government

Dallas Man Recognized for Actions Following Apartment Fire

Brian Perry was recognized at Monday's Dallas City Council meeting for his role in helping residents of Harris Bridge Overlook apartments evacuate following a July 20 lightning strike.

The Dallas City Council at its monthly meeting Monday recognized Brian Perry for his actions following a July 20 fire at the apartments in Dallas. The fire had been caused .

Dallas Mayor Boyd Austin told those in attendance at Monday's meeting that Perry's actions—notifying apartment residents that the building was on fire—"no doubt [saved] lives and property."

"I try to do the best I can in the community to try to help out," Perry responded. "I just was trying to do anything I would hope anyone else would do if they saw something like that happen."

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